set

/sɛt/

Definitions

1. noun

a collection of things that belong together

“She bought a set of new kitchen utensils.”

2. verb

to put or fix something in a particular place or position

“Can you set the vase on the table?”

3. verb

to fix or determine the time or date for something

“The concert will set for 8 pm tonight.”

4. verb

to make something official or decided

“The new policy will set in next month.”

5. noun

a group of actors or musicians who perform together

“The theater company will perform a set of Shakespeare’s plays.”

6. noun

a round of golf played on 18 holes

“He shot a great set of golf yesterday.”

7. noun

the time period during which something is being used or is in effect

“The new tax set will be in effect for the next year.”

8. noun

a group of things that fit together or are used together

“The set of keys was left on the counter.”

9. verb

to establish or bring something into existence

“The company will set up a new office in the city.”

10. verb

to prepare or arrange something

“Can you set up the presentation for the meeting?”

Synonyms

  • assembly
  • batch
  • collection
  • group

Antonyms

  • unset
  • untimely